Articles written by Elena Ward
Exercise therapy in the management of shoulder pain
Different approaches to exercise therapies should be prescribed according to the dysfunction or diagnosis. Read more
NCOR monthly news bulletin – May 2014
NCOR monthly news bulletin – April 2014
NCOR monthly news bulletin – March 2014
Welcome to our March news bulletin! You can read it here.
This edition includes:
- Recent research papers from the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
- Research Assistant vacancy at NCOR
- News on recent NCOR talks
- New research skills tutorial on quantitative research methods
- The development of a PROM data collection facility for osteopaths
NCOR research assistant vacancy
We are looking for a bright graduate with a degree in osteopathy or related discipline and preferably a Masters qualification who wants to develop a career in research.
This part-time (0.6 FTE) post is funded for 12 months by the National Council for Osteopathic Research (NCOR) and is based in the Translational Research: complex interventions division within the Centre for Primary Care and Public Health at the Royal London Hospital site in Whitechapel. Read more
NCOR monthly news bulletin – February 2014
NCOR job vacancy
We are looking for a bright graduate with a degree in osteopathy or related discipline and preferably a Masters qualification who wants to develop a career in research.
This part-time (0.6 FTE) post is funded for 12 months by the National Council for Osteopathic Research (NCOR) and is based in the Translational Research: complex interventions division within the Centre for Primary Care and Public Health at the Royal London Hospital site in Whitechapel. Read more
Robin Kirk and Adrian Barnes
It is with great sadness we hear about the passing of both Robin Kirk and Adrian Barnes. They were two exceptional osteopaths who have been supportive of NCOR over the years, we shall miss them greatly. We extend our condolences to their family and friends. Read more
NCOR monthly news bulletin – January 2014
New SIGN guidelines for managing chronic pain
The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network has published guidance for the management of non-malignant pain in non-specialist settings. The aim of this evidence-based guideline is to provide the information required to improve outcomes for patients with chronic pain. The guideline contains recommendations for the assessment and management of chronic pain including:
- self management,
- pharmacological, psychological, physical, complementary and dietary therapies.